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[Anime] Ch 223: Why Not a Dog?
🕑 Added 2025-05-05 17:44:03 +0000 UTC— — — — — —
Main World – Hell, Japan Region
Saito followed behind Lynn, her gaze drifting across the sea of red spider lilies.
She was scanning everything with a childlike curiosity. At the same time, she was quietly using her Reiatsu to feel out the surroundings.
Yeah, she could say for sure—This definitely wasn't the Hell she was used to.
Saito's eyes narrowed ever so slightly.
This might not even be her world.
That thought alone made her feel a bit rattled.
Even though the air here was saturated with some kind of rich energy, Saito could tell one thing for certain—it didn't contain any reishi.
A place with no spiritual particles in the air?
This was a first for her.
Elsewhere, curled up in Lynn's arms, Yoruichi—currently in cat form—was also peeking around. Her golden pupils sparkled with interest.
So this was… one of those "other worlds" mentioned in the handbook?
Unlike Saito, who was still in the dark, Yoruichi—already part of Lynn's familia—understood exactly where they were.
...
After some time...
"Lord Lynn."
Enma Ai and the others respectfully greeted Lynn.
Lynn nodded in acknowledgment. Instead of giving out tasks right away, he first asked about how things were progressing in this version of Hell.
"How's the situation here?"
Enma Ai, expressionless as always, her pitch-black eyes void of life, responded in a monotone voice:
"Thanks to the Inu-Yokai tribe, Hell is finally running smoothly again."
As she spoke, she waved her hand, projecting an image into the air.
It was the Sanzu River.
Compared to the bleak, barren state it was in when Lynn first arrived, it looked way more alive now. Boats lined the river, each one carrying souls.
Despite being in Hell, the whole scene somehow radiated a strange kind of vitality.
Good Hell?
Enma Ai pointed at the souls in the projection. "We've begun reclaiming soul-guiding duties for the Japan Region. Progress is slow, but it's there. The only issue is…"
She paused, her voice trailing off, a bit hesitant.
Lynn raised an eyebrow. "What is it?"
Hone Onna chimed in. "Well… since we've started retaking control of Japan souls, a lot of other fake Hells are unhappy about it. Lady Ai has been getting complaints left and right from the other pantheons."
Lynn's face twitched.
Complaints?
"Ignore them."
He waved it off casually. "We're just taking back what originally belonged to us. They've got no right to complain."
And really if those other factions were so capable, they wouldn't be sending complaint letters—they'd be sending armies.
Bunch of loud nobodies, that's all.
"Understood."
Enma Ai nodded, her expression still unreadable.
Hone Onna, on the other hand, finally relaxed a little.
It's great having someone powerful on your side, she couldn't help but think of that spider from before—always cowering and relying on dirty tricks to barely keep Hell functioning.
Compared to that, working under Lord Lynn was a dream.
Meanwhile, Yoruichi and Saito were both completely lost listening to this exchange.
"Wait… you're telling me this place is also Hell?"
Saito's voice was full of disbelief.
Hone Onna glanced at her like she was saying, "What else would it be?"
Saito rubbed her temples.
Yup, confirmed—this was definitely another world.
So there are other Hells out there in other worlds, too?
But still, why does this Hell feel so different from hers?
Saito looked around again—the vibrant red spider lilies, the peaceful spring, the calm landscape...
This was Hell?
Compared to this, her own Hell looked like garbage.
Nothing but white blocks and lava—boring enough to drive someone insane.
And here? The scenery was beautiful, everything was well-organized. It looked like a paradise in comparison.
She found herself getting more and more annoyed at the old Hell she used to know.
Clink—
Suddenly, a crisp, metallic sound rang out beneath her.
She looked down—chains, glowing cold and silver, wrapped tightly around her ankles.
"!!!"
Her eyes widened.
Crap!
She'd forgotten—as a Sinner, she wasn't allowed to just leave Hell!
Her whole body tensed.
Did she really just waltz out like it was nothing?!
Oh no. She was so screwed.
Her mind went completely blank for a second.
If Hell found out then... Hold on!
A sudden realization struck her.
Even if Hell was all-powerful… could it really reach into another world?
With that thought, Saito relaxed a little.
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After getting the status update on Japan Hell, Lynn shifted topics and brought up the situation in the Soul Society's Hell.
Hone Onna's expression twisted a little. "Wait… a new Hell?"
She stared at him, eyes full of awe.
As expected of Lord Lynn. Already claiming a whole new Hell?
But, they just got this one stable. Jumping into another could seriously backfire."
Not to mention—staffing would be a problem.
"Just have Senhime bring her entire tribe into Hell."
Ryougetsu Senhime: "???"
(A/N: Senhime is the Inu-Yokai leader and Sesshomaru's Aunt.)
The moment she got the message, Senhime blinked in confusion and made her way to Hell.
And then she saw something that nearly made her lose it.
In Lynn's arms... Another damn cat?!
Senhime's golden eyes locked onto Yoruichi, her gaze sharp and unfriendly.
Yoruichi tensed up slightly.
What's with this dog... Why so possessive?
But before she could react, Senhime leaned in and sniffed the air, frowning.
"No cat smell...?"
She narrowed her eyes in suspicion. "Some kind of transformation?"
Then suddenly, Senhime leaned in real close, frowning.
"Dammit! Why didn't you turn into a female dog instead?"
"...Huh?!"
Yoruichi's eyes went wide.
Lynn burst out laughing, then casually grabbed Senhime's neck and lifted her like a misbehaving pup.
Senhime let out a low whine, legs tucked in, and went quiet.
Yoruichi: "…"
What the hell is with this dog?
She was so confused.
But honestly, this familia's diversity was kind of wild.
Lynn moved on to outlining the plan for reorganizing the Hell of Bleach world.
In one word? Copy.
He already had a working model here.
As for staffing.
Senhime's face twisted in despair. "Got it..."
Working in the main world's Hell was one thing, but in another world?
Her eyes flickered.
Good thing she didn't wipe out the Leopard Cat Tribe.
Maybe, she could send them to handle the grunt work over there?
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